With exquisite drumming skills focused on technique, repertoire and confidence.
With inspiration & support from teachers & students, share your drumming gifts at home and beyond.
Experience the creativity, passion, devotion and health benefits of drumming!
If you answered ‘YES’ to at least ONE of the above, then this is the course for YOU!
“I consider Marla to be the one of the very top percussion performers in the US of today. She is well known in the community for her virtuosity and artful skill with hand drums.”
~ Glen Velez, 4-time Grammy-winning percussionist & Marla's mentor
Proven teaching method with professional musician and educator of 25+ years. Passionate, dedicated and friendly, Marla inspires focus, progress and results, whether or not you currently own a drum, whether or not you’ve ever picked a drum before!
This 4 month, 4 module comprehensive video training program is designed for the absolute beginner and those with basic playing experience (less than a year).
Gain ALL the skills you need (techniques, rhythms, compositions & improvisation) to drum in a circle, at a family gathering, in your work or simply for joy.
Our course will immerse you in the rich world of frame drumming and rhythm, unblocking emotions and re-tuning of your body, mind, heart and soul.
Strength in numbers! Join Academy students worldwide for 24/7 support, inspiration, sharing and friendship.
“Marla is a brilliant musician and teacher, extraordinarily generous of her time and encouragement. I highly recommend The Frame Drum Academy.”
~ Linda Schneider, Founder, Heartland Rhythms,
Our students are people just like YOU:
Music lovers, teachers, therapists, counsellors, healers, sacred circle leaders and human
beings.
Our graduates are now leading workshops, facilitating drum circles, drumming in their community, incorporating drumming into their professional work, playing in bands, composing their own music, healing themselves and
others and
conquering the world, ONE beat at a time…
As if over 275 video tutorials and Lifetime Access weren't enough
look at the EIGHT extras we’re including as gifts for you and your learning!
Email Marla with any questions you have about your learning and she will answer you personally LIVE. Dates and details here.
Boost your learning with this magical quartet of live and replay Masterclasses:
This action-packed 9-video training series covers ALL your music essentials to get you drumming beyond your dreams!
Enjoy featured slides from Layne Redmond’s acclaimed book on the ancient feminine frame drum lineage*.
This essential 'vault' features traditional & original rhythms to keep you inspired and groovin’ for a lifetime!
This body-and-soul-boosting bonus features a vast drumming and wellness learning library, including a gentle stretch class made specially for our students!
Exclusive access to The Frame Drum Academy’s private Facebook group ~ stay supported, inspired, motivated & connected 24/7.
Learn to drum & sing healing chants from around the world
“Marla has created a wonderful curriculum that is easy for a beginner to follow. Well worth the investment! I took both 101 and 202 and feel confident to improvise, teach, and play with others.”
~ Susan Freeman, Student
“The Frame Drum Academy has changed my life! I’m already taking on a few students of my own and leading women’s circles.”
~ Jose Dowe, Student
Is this ancient art a deep calling for you?
Do you desire to learn as much as possible?
Would you like to perform, teach or heal with the frame drum?
Then we have the PERFECT option for you!
Check out our Frame Drum 101 & Frame Drum 202 EXCLUSIVE BUNDLE where you
can enjoy BOTH
courses at an amazing DISCOUNTED rate!
We are confident that this course will help you gain the
knowledge and skills to start you on your drumming journey...
which is why we offer a risk-free, money-back GUARANTEE.
Follow our program for 14 days (from date of first class upload).
If you are not enjoying the grooves, contact us to receive a full refund.
So, go ahead and give drumming a try, it might just
transform your life!
“Marla believes in her students so much that we start to believe in ourselves. She does not simply teach the art of frame drumming, she teaches the art of life!”
~ Meagan Beishline, Student
“With her background and dedication, Marla makes a significant contribution to world music and frame drumming.”
~ John Bergamo, Percussion Director CalArts
* A discount code will be given after sign-up.
Thank you Cooperman for being our beloved Academy sponsor.
What size drum is best for this course?
—While all are fine, I recommend a 16” drum to begin with, as it is the perfect size for comfortable playing in all 3 playing styles.
Where can I buy a good frame drum?
—Cooperman Drums is our sponsor and ALL my students receive a 10% DISCOUNT on any two Cooperman drums! (Discount code given when you sign up.) Other drum brands are fine as well (ie Remo, Meinl etc.)
I’m late to the party! Can I buy a good frame drum in a hurry?
—Yes! There are plenty of options (like Remo 16”) with OVERNIGHT delivery on Amazon for less than $50!
Hello, I'm Marla… a Grammy-nominated musician and one of the few female frame drum specialists in the world today.
Having studied music since I was three years old, music is my first love and greatest passion! I hold a BFA & MFA in Percussion and have been fortunate to study with some of the most world-renowned, inspiring teachers and leading masters in frame drum, Indian and West African drumming.
Delighted to pass on what I’ve learned, I’ve now been teaching for over 25 years. I have seen, first-hand, the amazing power of music to help heal and bring joy. Over 15 years ago, I first started helping students online, when that kind of learning was a strange new world.
The Frame Drum Academy online is my dream child. Born in 2015, we currently have hundreds of happy students and are growing by the day!
DEEP Gratitude to my teachers, without whom I would not be where I am today!
